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RE: Keeping Cool: Best Window Choices for Sweltering Summers?
You’re not wrong about comfort being the real payoff. I’ve done both - added film, then eventually bit the bullet on new windows in my ‘68 split-level. The film helped a bit, but honestly, new windows made the place liva...
RE: Windows that actually live up to the eco hype?
You nailed it - old houses just have their quirks, and there’s no one magic fix. I’ve been down that same road, layering up the windows and still feeling like I’m camping indoors. Tried internal insulation too, and yeah,...
RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet
Storm windows can definitely help, but honestly, they're not always the best bang for your buck. I've installed them in a couple of older houses, and while they did cut down drafts, the improvement wasn't as dramatic as ...
RE: Windows always foggy - anyone tried fixing them yourself?
I get what you're saying, but from my experience, these DIY defogging kits are usually just temporary band-aids. I've tried a couple myself over the years - different brands, different methods - and every single time, th...
RE: Sealing new windows is driving me nuts
Yeah, acrylic latex is definitely easier to handle, especially if you're still getting the hang of caulking. Silicone has its perks though - I've found it holds up better outdoors and doesn't shrink or crack as much over...